This paper critically examines the varied approaches to teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP). In particular, it examines Critical Pedagogy, Pragmatic Pedagogy and Critical-Pragmatic Pedagogy in the context of teaching academic writing to university students. ... There is also support for a hybrid approach to EAP learning, known as critical pragmatism. ... As an example, Brandt assesses that students of critical pragmatism 'can be taught the principles of critical review' but at the same time 'learn when and to what degree is appropriate to be critical within their own ...

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We argue that there are three predominant research paradigms in the field today: (a) empiricism, (b) critical theory, and (c) interpretivism (see Guba & Lincoln, 1994, for a discussion of a similar framework). ... Although empirical-research reports are typically quantitative in nature, and critical-theory and interpretive reports tend to be qualitative, researchers in all three paradigms can use either data type. ...

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Both information and knowledge transfer are critical elements that are required to attain and maintain a competitive advantage. ... Interrelationships are critical determinants of whether or not there will be any information sharing or the exchange of skills and expertise. ... From the review, it is evident that Communities of Practice is a critical tool that can help businesses achieve organizational learning. However, the realization of this requires that there is a proper analysis of the individual's operations' at the workplace. ...

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Analysis of data from the 2006 Program for International Student Assessment and other sources show us that egalitarian countries have higher average achievement, higher percentages of very highly skilled students, and lower percentages of very low-skilled students than do less egalitarian countries. ... The author states that as texts are recontextualised time and space become important dimensions of analysis. ... Jaded Optimism and Other Critical Elements for 21st Century Educational Leaders. ... He describes a case study of the Miao people in China, Trueba, and Zou to discuss the relationshi...

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A study of prognosis by House (30) illustrated the use of statistical tools of analysis. ... The analysis of variance was used as a test of significance. ... However, multivariate covariance analysis showed that the accuracy group had fewer errors, indicating that the quest for speed was not favorable in this respect. ...

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He found that the results are very positive and that the MI theory approach to teaching and assessment has actually led to increased ability in writing and reading, as well as in critical thought, analysis, interpretation, synthesis and overall comprehension. ...

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These questions can tap into: Knowledge: relies on recall, Comprehension: dependant on comprehension, Application: relies on the ability to use previous learning, Analysis: requires understanding to be disassembled and cognitively reassembled, Synthesis: requires putting parts together to form a new whole, and Evaluation: ability to judge value and justification. All these require different levels of divergent thinking and develop critical thinking skills. ...

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The courses I have taken at the university of Balamand (UOB) helped me improve a lot of my writing and speaking skills. Critical thinking has also played an essential role in developing the way I teach my students. Resource analysis has added to the way I choose the English books. Recently, Introduc...

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Communication Arts incorporates logical competencies and wholesome attitudes and values that penetrate in the language trend. When the learner started to learn language, they are being exposed to the experiences that will enrich their logical system and competencies in English. In communication arts there are five macro skills which are virtually the most significant skills in teaching a peculiar language. Each of them is essential in the learning process and teaching performance on behalf of the learners and mentors. These skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing and viewing are u...

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Critical differences between principals' and teachers' opinions about inclusion are including differing perceptions concerning the possibilities for enhanced academic achievement, what really works best, and the level of resources being committed for inclusive arrangements. ... In a later analysis of full-time mainstreaming with Project MELD (Mainstream Experiences for Learning Disabled), the issue of whether the regular education class can provide an environment in which students with learning disabilities have more opportunities to learn, to make greater educational progress in ac...

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The Need for the "LEARNING ORGANIZATION- The nature of the environment has changed dramatically due to significant economic, social and technological changes over the past decades. Organizations today are confronted with increasing environmental turbulence arising from global competition, the intro...

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In the process of my late educational endeavor here at Ashford University as well as my ongoing and life-long job of first and fore-most being a mother, I've had the pleasure of raising and still raising three wonderful children. My oldest child is 22 years old at this time, athletic, a hands-on le...

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Northern Caribbean University College of Education and Religion Department of Education MTED 201: Primary Mathematics Methods Factors that influence how children learn Psychological influences Professional influences Technological influences Language influences Societal influences ...

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